NURSE PRACTITIONERS IN PRIMARY CARE I
EXAMPREP STUDY GUIDE 2026 PRACTICE
QUESTIONS AND SOLUTIONS
◉ What is professional identity in nursing? Answer: A subset of
personal identity influenced by the norms and values of the nursing
discipline, leading individuals to think, act, and feel like a nurse.
◉ What is professional identity formation? Answer: The process
through which a student nurse begins to think, act, and feel like a
nurse.
◉ What are the key attributes of professional identity? Answer:
Doing, Being, Acting Ethically, Flourishing, and Changing Identities.
◉ What does 'Doing' refer to in the context of professional identity?
Answer: Incorporates societal and professional codes and standards,
as well as skill orientation in nursing.
◉ What does 'Being' signify in nursing professional identity?
Answer: The personal or psychological view of a nurse that explains
doing the right thing, even when not observed.
,◉ What does 'Acting Ethically' entail in nursing? Answer: Being
attentive to what is considered right and good from both societal
and professional perspectives.
◉ What is meant by 'Flourishing' in the context of nursing? Answer:
Understanding the doing and being aspects with a sense of positive
transformational growth.
◉ What does 'Changing Identities' refer to in professional identity?
Answer: The recognition that every person has multiple identities
and that new identities require reworking of one's overall identity.
◉ What are some exemplars of professional identity in nursing?
Answer: Integrity, Compassion, Courage, Humility, Advocacy, and
Human Flourishing.
◉ How does integrity manifest in nursing practice? Answer:
Following through with commitments, such as administering
medications and communicating with physicians.
◉ What role does compassion play in nursing? Answer: Taking time
to engage with patients and their families, showing genuine interest
and support.
, ◉ How is courage demonstrated in nursing? Answer: Speaking up
about unsafe practices and advocating for patient safety.
◉ What does humility involve in the nursing profession? Answer:
Realistically viewing situations and recognizing one's role in errors
without excessive blame.
◉ What is advocacy in nursing? Answer: Listening to and supporting
patients and their families in their healthcare decisions.
◉ What is human flourishing in nursing? Answer: Encouraging
patients and creating a positive environment for their recovery.
◉ What interventions can help achieve professional identity
formation? Answer: Hearing expectations clearly, valuing feedback,
engaging in reflection, and building relationships.
◉ What is the significance of self-care in nursing? Answer:
Developing personal self-care habits is essential for maintaining
well-being and effectiveness in nursing practice.
◉ What are the two components of nursing practice? Answer:
Science (evidence-based practice) and Art (compassionate care that
respects patient dignity).
EXAMPREP STUDY GUIDE 2026 PRACTICE
QUESTIONS AND SOLUTIONS
◉ What is professional identity in nursing? Answer: A subset of
personal identity influenced by the norms and values of the nursing
discipline, leading individuals to think, act, and feel like a nurse.
◉ What is professional identity formation? Answer: The process
through which a student nurse begins to think, act, and feel like a
nurse.
◉ What are the key attributes of professional identity? Answer:
Doing, Being, Acting Ethically, Flourishing, and Changing Identities.
◉ What does 'Doing' refer to in the context of professional identity?
Answer: Incorporates societal and professional codes and standards,
as well as skill orientation in nursing.
◉ What does 'Being' signify in nursing professional identity?
Answer: The personal or psychological view of a nurse that explains
doing the right thing, even when not observed.
,◉ What does 'Acting Ethically' entail in nursing? Answer: Being
attentive to what is considered right and good from both societal
and professional perspectives.
◉ What is meant by 'Flourishing' in the context of nursing? Answer:
Understanding the doing and being aspects with a sense of positive
transformational growth.
◉ What does 'Changing Identities' refer to in professional identity?
Answer: The recognition that every person has multiple identities
and that new identities require reworking of one's overall identity.
◉ What are some exemplars of professional identity in nursing?
Answer: Integrity, Compassion, Courage, Humility, Advocacy, and
Human Flourishing.
◉ How does integrity manifest in nursing practice? Answer:
Following through with commitments, such as administering
medications and communicating with physicians.
◉ What role does compassion play in nursing? Answer: Taking time
to engage with patients and their families, showing genuine interest
and support.
, ◉ How is courage demonstrated in nursing? Answer: Speaking up
about unsafe practices and advocating for patient safety.
◉ What does humility involve in the nursing profession? Answer:
Realistically viewing situations and recognizing one's role in errors
without excessive blame.
◉ What is advocacy in nursing? Answer: Listening to and supporting
patients and their families in their healthcare decisions.
◉ What is human flourishing in nursing? Answer: Encouraging
patients and creating a positive environment for their recovery.
◉ What interventions can help achieve professional identity
formation? Answer: Hearing expectations clearly, valuing feedback,
engaging in reflection, and building relationships.
◉ What is the significance of self-care in nursing? Answer:
Developing personal self-care habits is essential for maintaining
well-being and effectiveness in nursing practice.
◉ What are the two components of nursing practice? Answer:
Science (evidence-based practice) and Art (compassionate care that
respects patient dignity).
